Events

As Kenya continues to navigate its regional and global responsibilities, its leadership in diplomacy, economic development, and climate resilience will shape Africa’s future.

A conversation with Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield on the Biden Administration’s record in Africa, and her more than 30-year government career, much of it in the service of expanding and deepening the U.S. relationship with Africa.    

Join the CSIS Africa Program for a discussion with Colonel Karen Meeker, the Chaplain at the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM). 

This discussion brings together humanitarian experts, policy leaders, and field practitioners to reflect on the landscape of humanitarian need, particularly in conflict settings, in 2024 and look forward to which areas need attention in 2025.  

This discussion will explore the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, prospects for regional peace, and the DRC’s economic and geopolitical integration since joining the EAC.

Please join the CSIS Critical Minerals Security Program for a conversation with Ambassador Chibamba Kanyama and Jito Kayumba on Zambia’s policy climate, recent advancements in U.S.-Zambia minerals cooperation, and opportunities for copper investment. 

This panel discussion will provide a comprehensive preview of President Biden’s priorities for the visit, from strengthening bilateral ties with Angola to advancing economic collaboration through initiatives like the Lobito Corridor.

The CSIS Africa Program will host a panel discussion featuring Kagiso Molathwa and Thapelo Ndlovu to explore the drivers behind Botswana’s recent political shift and its implications for the region.

The CSIS Humanitarian Agenda is hosting a day-long conference on The Red Zone: Charting Paths to Resilience in the Climate-Conflict Nexus.

More than one million people have fled Sudan to neighboring countries while more than seven million Sudanese have been internally displaced since April.